Jetters are indispensable in municipal sewer maintenance due to their ability to efficiently and effectively clear blockages, preventing sewer backups and overflows. By removing debris, grease and roots, jetters improve water flow, extend the lifespan of sewer pipes, and reduce the need for costly repairs. These machines are often mounted on trailers or trucks and come with various features to optimize performance, including adjustable pressure settings and durable hoses. Take a look at some product options below.
American Jetter 58 Series Inferno Burner Hot Jetter
The 58 Series Inferno Burner Hot Jetter from American Jetter offers up to 67% more efficient heat over traditional burners, according to the maker. This fuel-saving hot water system provides power for grease cutting and deicing, utilizing a 38 hp EFI Kohler gasoline engine with flows up to 20 gpm and pressure to 5,000 psi. The rear speed control reel provides precise cleaning speeds and easy access to the jet hose with the included hose guide. Low-water shut-off stops the engine if the 220-gallon tank runs low. The optional 1-mile open range wireless remote option features water ON/OFF, engine shutdown and hose reel control. The heavy-duty square tubing trailer has a 2-inch ball coupler and standard electric brakes. 866-944-3569; www.americanjetter.com
Cam Spray RCJ Series
RCJ Series skid-mounted jetters from Cam Spray are offered in flows and pressures of 8 gpm at 3,500 psi and 7 gpm at 4,000 psi. A three-plunger industrial pump with pulse is powered by a 688 cc Honda engine. Its 200 feet of jetter hose can be used to supply an optional 200DS4 portable reel cart with 200 feet of 3/8-inch jet hose. It comes with a 35-gallon buffer water tank with float control, powder-coated heavy tube frame, washdown gun and a four-nozzle set. It easily mounts in the side door of a cargo van, on a truck bed or inside a service truck. 800-648-5011; www.camspray.com
GapVax G7 Jetter
The G7 Jetter from GapVax is built on a heavy-duty, contractor-grade NATM-certified trailer. Several engine choices, including Cummins diesel, are certified and sized appropriately for the water pump combinations. The unit’s hose reel is hydraulically powered with a direct-drive gearbox and variable-speed control. The hose reel offers a 3-foot (curbside) articulation from center of bearing, 180-degree rotation and a capacity of 800 feet of 3/4-inch jetter hose. The polyethylene plastic water tank is available in 300, 500, 600 or 700 gallons. The water pump is center-fed for optimum performance. The controller is interlocked with safety features that will show low fuel levels and low water, and is capable of a complete engine shutdown in an emergency. 888-442-7829; www.gapvax.com
General Pipe Cleaners JM-1000 Mini-Jet
The combination of General Pipe Cleaners’ portable JM-1000 Mini-Jet and high-performance stainless steel braid jet hose offers drain cleaning power in a small package. The jetter is available with stainless steel braid hoses with Teflon core in a variety of lengths. The durable hose also works well with the JM-1450 electric jet. It can be used to clear grease, sand and ice from small lines, sinks and laundry drains with high-pressure, wall-to-wall water spray. It packs 1,500 psi of cleaning power in a compact package, yet weighs only 23 pounds. Its rugged diamond-plate metal case safely shields the pump and motor assembly from common job site abuse. The stainless steel braid hose design smoothly slides the jet nozzle down 1 1/2- to 3-inch drainlines and more easily navigates tight bends. The 3/16-inch Teflon core also reduces flow resistance, further improving small-line cleaning power. 800-245-6200; www.drainbrain.com
HotJet USA turbo diesel trailer jetter
HotJet USA is offering a turbo diesel-powered trailer jetter powered by Yanmar. It features 59 hp of power with true 20 gpm at 4,000 psi output in a compact, affordable package, offering 10% more power than regular 18 gpm units. Yanmar-powered units are Tier 4 compliant, are fuel-efficient and use an XL Radiator. The engines are water cooled for maximum efficiency and are easily maintained by a network of service centers nationwide. The jetters may be mounted on 5-by-12 to 5-by-16-foot decks with a choice of single or tandem axle. They are available in cold or hot/cold operation and will clean drainlines up to 24 inches. 800-624-8186; www.hotjetusa.com
Jetters Northwest EAGLE 4020
The powerful 20 gpm, 4,000 psi EAGLE 4020 trailer-mounted jetter from Jetters Northwest can power proven root-cutting nozzles like the Warthog, Bulldog and Reaper. It is especially suitable for spot work at locations that require several return visits during the year. Powered by an emissions-friendly Kawasaki fuel-injected/liquid-cooled engine, it is built on industrial-duty trailers with brakes for safety and can be towed with a full water tank. Choose between two sizes — the two-axle Eagle-600 (gallon) or one-axle Eagle-300 (gallon). With up to 600 feet of jet hose, the 12-volt powered hose reel sits on a swiveling base and operates even if the jetter runs out of fuel. A wireless remote offers safe control of jetting on/off, engine on/off, throttle/pressure up/down, and reel-wind, plus local/manual controls are mounted on the swiveling hose reel. Twin fender-mounted tool bins allow for significant storage-space and aluminum wheels provide a sharp appearance. Pulsation control helps the jet nozzle pull through long runs. Four nozzles are provided, and with root/grease nozzles optional. 877-901-1936 www.jettersnorthwest.com
Mongoose Jetters by Sewer Equipment Model 184
The Mongoose Jetters by Sewer Equipment Model 184 comes with a run-dry pump offering 18 gpm at 4,000 psi, a tubular steel frame, corrosion-resistant prepainted subassemblies, state-of-the-art controls, strong hose reel and high-quality gas engine. It is suitable for drain cleaning and sewer jetting, remote access locations, mainlines up to 12 inches in diameter and commercial and industrial lines. The trailer unit comes with a water tank capacity of 300 gallons and standard hose reel capacity of 600 feet of 1/2-inch hose. The trailer setup consists of a 6,000-pound-rated single-axle trailer, and the addition of a wireless remote control system makes this equipment a true one-person operation. It is also available as a van pack or truck-mounted unit. 815-835-5566; www.sewerequipment.com
MyTana MV84
The MV84 jetter from MyTana efficiently cleans and clears 3- to 10-inch lines. It has a robust 800 cc Honda engine that lets the super-duty triplex pump deliver 8 gpm at 4,000 psi. With a dual-cart design and remote throttle control, it lets you jet indoors or access hard-to-reach cleanouts. The jetter cart houses the engine, super-duty triplex pump and supply buffer tank. A separate hose cart is connected with a 50-foot jumper hose and has ball valve flow control. It comes fully equipped with 250 feet of 3/8-inch jetter hose. Attach a specialty nozzle and take on roots. It is easy to load, maneuver, maintain and use. 800-328-8170; www.mytana.com
Spartan Tool Warrior
With fiberglass casing to protect and silence the entire machine, Spartan Tool’s Warrior trailer jetter provides 4,000 psi at 18 gpm to clear almost any line, according to the manufacturer. The 180-degree pivoting hose reel and optional four-function remote control allow technicians to handle the tightest spots. With pulsation and a full antifreeze system, it is designed to remove tough clogs in any weather. Its design includes room to customize it with a company logo and colors, and it provides a 300-gallon towing capacity. 800-435-3866; www.spartantool.com
Super Products SuperJet
The SuperJet truck-mounted jetter from Super Products is used to blast debris to clear blockages and maintain sewer lines when vacuuming extraction is not required. It uses a strong and smooth single-piston water pump to create consistently high water pressure. Units come standard with rotationally molded polyethylene water tanks in a modular design to accommodate water capacities ranging from 1,080 to 3,240 gallons. They offer standard curbside and street-side fill. The hose reel has 1,000 feet of 1-inch-diameter sewer hose, 200-degree rotation and a digital monitor. This allows operators to work efficiently while positioned out of traffic and away from other hazards. The monitor displays a hose footage count, offers 20 saved settings for hose reel payout, and is designed with LED panel lights to enable readability in a variety of environments. 800-837-9711; www.superproducts.com
Trojan Worldwide TWW3000D Diesel Trailer Jet
The TWW3000D Diesel Trailer Jet from Trojan Worldwide comes mounted on a tandem-axle trailer with a steel diamond plate deck and braking system. The power unit consists of a diamond-plate enclosed 60 hp Perkins diesel engine with a PTO-style transmission and an AR water pump pushing 22 gpm at 3,000 psi. The rear of the unit includes a hydraulic hose reel with 500 feet of 3/4-inch hose and includes a speed control for the forward/reverse function. Water is supplied by a 525-gallon tank that is fed from a 100-foot fill hose or the included hydrant fill application. The open trailer layout makes accessing all of the components easier and less time-consuming. 800-392-4902; www.trojanworldwide.com
Vac-Con VJ Series
The VJ Series of jetters from Vac-Con is designed to provide operators with an economical, portable and powerful system in two configurations. The VJ375 offers a 375-gallon water capacity on a single-axle trailer. The VJ750 boasts 750-gallon water capacity on a tandem-axle trailer. Standard features include Tier 4 diesel engine, cold-weather recirculation and air purge system, hydraulically driven hose reel and a reel-mounted, weatherproof electronic control panel. Units are available in multiple water pump pressure and flow configurations. Optional features include gas engine, wireless remote and an antifreeze tank system for cold-weather use. 904-284-4200; www.vac-con.com
Vactor Ramjet
The Ramjet from Vactor provides greater precision, increased storage options and superior cold weather protection, making jobs safer, easier and more efficient for the operator. IntuiTouch controls provide greater precision and enhanced productivity. Improved water plumbing adds even more storage options. It includes an IntuiTouch control system with one-touch activation, low-maintenance Jet Rodder water pump, Park-N-Clean technology for faster setup at the job site, a Modul-Flex design for maximum capacities and optimum weight distribution, a stainless steel water tank that offers greater strength and corrosion protection, and superior cold weather operation that includes separate storage for wet and dry items. 815-672-3171; www.vactor.com
